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Scott Hastings, Scotland rugby union great, dies aged 61

Scott Hastings has died at 61 after a cancer battle, per a family statement.
Hastings earned 65 Scotland caps and played for the British & Irish Lions in 1989.
His defence helped Scotland's 1990 Grand Slam win, a key moment in his career.
Hastings later became a rugby broadcaster after his playing career.
A statement from Hastings' children noted he passed away peacefully with his family.
Hastings studied at George Watson’s College and played for Watsonians for over 20 years.
Townsend described Hastings as embodying passion and aggression for Scotland.
Hastings played four years for Edinburgh after rugby turned professional.
Hastings helped Scotland share the old Five Nations title at his early career start.

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